Hi-Rez Studios’ co-founder speaks Aug. 21

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Todd Harris, co-founder and chief operating officer of Hi-Rez Studios in Alpharetta, will give a presentation on how his company evolved from a start-up to a global success story.

Harris will share his story at the Greater Alpharetta Tech Network’s (GATN) upcoming event at the Golf Club of Georgia from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 21.

“Todd has helped to grow Hi-Rez Studios into one of the most successful online game companies on the planet,” said Karen Cashion, GATN president. “We’re delighted that he will be sharing his company’s story and his own experience with us.”

Hi-Rez Studios develops free-to-play online action games. It recently released the mythology-themed game SMITE, with over 4.5 million registered players, and will expand into Latin America and China this year.

Members and non-member tech company attendees will have an opportunity to connect with other tech company executives from some of the 900-plus companies that span the cities of North Fulton and South Forsyth.

Members are free, but admission for non-members is $15 in advance or $20 at the door. For more information, visit http://gatnconnect.org/events.